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Visit www.malvernhills.gov.uk/business for more information or if you need help please email us at ecodev@malvernhills.gov.uk.
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TDM The Development Manager has launched two new training programmes which aim to strengthen digital skills.
Starting on 26 September, these Skills Bootcamps are designed to help your team gain practical digital and tech skills that can be immediately applied in the workplace.
The 12-week programmes are delivered online and cover 'Data and AI' and 'Microsoft Productivity and AI'.
There is funding support available, including a 50% reimbursement for eligible Worcestershire residents through the Skills Boost Grant, see below.
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Job seekers could soon find a new job or career when the Malvern Jobs Fair returns this month.
The free jobs fair, organised by The Job Centre, Great Malvern Library and supported by Malvern Hills District Council, will be held on Wednesday, 17 September, at Malvern Library on Graham Road.
People can drop in, ask questions, and take a look at a whole host of vacancies and opportunities in the district.
They can also find out about other information and ideas for careers, training, apprenticeships, and self-employment options.
There will also be experts on hand offering other opportunities, including training, apprenticeships, and self-employment options.
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Four new noticeboards have been installed in Upton Upon Severn to help enhance visitor experience in the town.
The information boards, which have replaced outdated displays, have been created by Malvern Hills District Council, in partnership with The Tudor House Museum, and funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Noticeboard information includes:
- A welcome to Upton Upon Severn.
- Heritage, featuring details about The Tudor House Museum, The Old Church Tower, Ye Olde Anchor Inn, and more.
- Along the River Severn, with walking routes and historical facts.
- Festival and Events, showcasing Upton’s music festivals and events.
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Worcestershire businesses are invited to a series of upcoming events designed to help them prepare for significant changes to international ISO standards.
These events will cover:
- An overview of the business support available.
- Key benefits of ISO 9001 & 14001, from quality and risk management to cost savings and sustainability.
- The difference between ISO 14001 and Carbon Reduction Plans — and how both support Net Zero goals.
- An exclusive preview of the 2025/26 ISO upgrades, including digital transformation, climate change focus, and lifecycle impact.
Two events will be delivered across Worcestershire:
- Tuesday 16 September, The Old Court, Kidderminster
- Tuesday 30 September, Worcestershire County Cricket Club
Skills Bootcamps can help local businesses upskill existing staff or recruit new employees with the right skills from day one. The training offered within the programme is flexible and tailored to industry needs.
The scheme allows existing employees to gain fresh ideas and perspectives, while helping prepare new recruits for the job. Businesses in the area can access Skills Bootcamps through a part-funded process, with SMEs contributing only 10% towards the training cost and large employers contributing 30%. In return, employees gain skills that support business growth, and employers commit to offering increased responsibilities post-training.
Whether you’re looking to reskill your team or find new talent, Skills Bootcamps offer a smart way to improve productivity and meet future skills demands.
Learn more about how Skills Bootcamps can support your business by contacting the Worcestershire Growth Hub team on 01905 677 888.
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Since launching in April, over 50 businesses across Worcestershire have already registered for a Business Energy Advice Service (BEAS) grant. If you're looking to cut energy costs and invest in efficiency, now is the time to act.
BEAS grants of £1,000 to £100,000 are available to eligible businesses in Worcestershire, and are part funded by Malvern Hills District Council and the UK Government, helping reduce overheads and improve infrastructure.
With BEAS, your business can:
- Upgrade equipment, lighting, or heating systems
- Reduce long-term energy and operational costs
- Get support tailored to your sector and needs
From cafés to manufacturers, more businesses are securing funding to future-proof their operations.
Spaces are limited check your eligibility and apply today:
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Local businesses can now access up to £1,000 worth of fully funded consultancy support – completely free of charge. This initiative is designed to help you tackle key workforce issues and build a stronger, more resilient organisation.
Delivered by experienced local HR professionals, this support covers a wide range of areas, including:
- Business Planning
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Recruitment and Retention
- Skills Development
- Succession Planning
- Identifying and De-risking Critical Job Roles
- Enhancing Team Performance
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Are you a Malvern-based business looking to grow, refocus, or overcome challenges? Through the Enterprising Worcestershire programme, you can now access up to 10 hours of fully funded, one-to-one business coaching completely free.
This tailored support is ideal for small and growing businesses ready to take the next step. Whether you need a fresh perspective, strategic direction, or practical tools to scale up, this coaching offers real-world advice that’s grounded in your specific needs.
Start with a dedicated strategy day alongside an experienced Business Coach to map out your growth plan. Then, benefit from follow-up sessions to keep you on track and moving forward.
Places are limited, so don’t miss this chance to gain clarity, confidence, and momentum for your business journey.
This programme is part funded by the UK Government and Malvern Hills District Council.
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Malvern Hills organisations can access funding to reduce the cost of employee training.
You may be able to claim back 50% of the training costs, up to £6,000 per organisation, for your Worcestershire based employees. This means that the new funding can allow organisations to upskill or redeploy their employees to maximise their effectiveness.
To date over 400 employees have been supported to upskill or retrain with support via the SkillsBoost Worcestershire programme and there is still more support available.
Businesses of any size and sector are eligible for the programme as long as the employees they are looking to upskill or retrain reside in Worcestershire.
This programme is funded by Malvern Hills District Council and the UK Government.
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Malvern Hills Businesses continue to benefit from the Malvern Hills Upskilling Grant.
The grant scheme provides funding of up to £1,500 to help with the business cost of training new staff (i.e. apprenticeships, trainee or other). In order to qualify businesses must be based in the Malvern Hills district postcode area, employ fewer than 250 people and pay at least the minimum wage to the trainee for a post of at least 30 hrs a week including training leading to a recognised qualification.
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£500 is available to trainees and apprentices to help cover the cost of travel, equipment, tools and clothing necessary to access training.
The support is available to residents of Malvern Hills District who:
- Earn less than £250 per week.
- Attend a qualifying course.
- Are employed for a post of 30 hours a week for a minimum of 12 months.
Please spread the word that this support is available.
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📅 Date: Thursday 11 September
🕤 Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 Venue: Spetchley Park Gardens, Worcester
Join the first in a brand-new Limelite Business Breakfast series – an informal, friendly way to connect with other Worcestershire businesses while learning about key topics that affect you.
This first event will focus on the proposed changes to employment law – what they mean in practice, and how you might protect your business.
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📅 Date: Monday 22 September
🕤 Time: 10AM – 13:30 AM
📍 Venue: Joel Richards Suite, University of Worcester Arena
The Worcestershire Growth Hub, University of Worcester and Maximus are hosting an event to raise awareness among SMEs about the benefits of the Access to Work Mental Health Support Service.
The Access to Work Mental Health Support Service is a confidential, personalised, cost-free service designed to support employees with their mental health at work.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, creating new opportunities, and challenging how we think about technology, investment, and people. Yet moving from hype to real adoption is a journey full of decisions: How do we implement AI responsibly? What role do regulation, intellectual property, and governance play? Where is the investment flowing? And how will AI change the way we work and innovate?
Join BetaDen for the AI & Innovation Forum, taking place on the 9 October 2025, at The Abbey Hotel in Malvern, where we’ll explore these questions and more.
Expect thought-provoking keynotes, interactive discussions, and the chance to connect with professionals across technology, law, investment, and human-centred innovation.
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The Worcestershire Growth Hub collates all the business events from across the county into one, easy to read calendar.
The calendar includes all events from Herefordshire & Worcestershire Chamber of Commerce and BIPC Worcestershire.
Follow the link below for an up to date list of events, training courses, networking opportunities and more.
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